Job Description

Lichfield Cathedral School is a flourishing co-educational independent school in Staffordshire for ages 2 to 18. Our school community is based on core values of learning, faith, leadership and service, whose purpose is to educate and inspire young people to become confident, enthusiastic and responsible members of society.

Set in the historic Cathedral Close, we draw upon our substantial heritage to provide an exceptional education. We work hard to provide an imaginative and challenging curriculum that focuses on academic excellence, music, the creative and performing arts, sports and service to the community. We are proud to have created a happy and supportive environment nurturing the talents that each child has within.

Lunchtime Supervisor

12:00pm - 1:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only

Immediate start available

We are looking to appoint a Lunchtime Supervisor. The role will be based at our Longdon (junior) site.

You will be part of a team of existing lunchtime staff who supervise the children during their break, ensuring that all pupils are safe, all safeguarding rules are adhered to, and good behaviour is maintained throughout their lunch break.

Duties will include:

Supervising the playground, dining hall and corridors as necessary

Patrol all 'out of bounds' areas regularly

Tending to sick children or summoning help, and assisting with first aid and recording incidents as per school policies (please note that a First Aid qualification is not required for this role but would be beneficial, you may be required to undergo training once in post)

Dealing with the supervision of pupils should there be any emergency situations such as a fire drill

Dealing with incidents of misbehaviour where necessary and liaising with appropriate teaching staff if required

Recording poor behaviour to report to class teachers

Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons you are responsible for or come into contact with.

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person. Be aware of, support and ensure equal opportunities for all.

Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.

Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.

All applications should include a letter of support and full contact details of at least two referees (including email addresses). Any gaps in career history need to be clarified on the application form, and any relevant details be given.

The closing date for applications is Monday 1st September 2025, with interviews to be held the following week.

Completed applications to Miss S Bayley

Lichfield Cathedral School,

The Palace, The Close, Lichfield, Staffs., WS13 7LH.

Lichfield Cathedral School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all applicants will be subject to DBS disclosure in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice.

Registered Charity No. 1137481 Company No. 07302696

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.39 per hour

Expected hours: 7.5 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/09/2025